12 Oz Chipotle Sauce Bottle Recipe

Prepare the Ingredients

Mince the garlic cloves and chop the onion finely. If using fresh cilantro, chop it finely as well. Measure out all other ingredients.

Cook the Aromatics

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.

Blend the Sauce

Add the chipotle peppers, tomato sauce, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

Simmer the Sauce

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. If using honey for sweetness, add it during this step.

Blend Until Smooth

Remove the saucepan from heat. Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth, then return to the saucepan.

Finish the Sauce

If desired, stir in the chopped cilantro for added freshness. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or black pepper as needed.

Store the Sauce

Transfer the chipotle sauce to a 12 oz bottle or jar. Let cool to room temperature before sealing. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.